SERVICES
Provide effective representation
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Present a united voice on behalf of the Sri Lanka's dairy industry
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Influence and propose alternative government policies on a range of matters that affect the growth and prosperity of the dairy industry
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Engage and represent dairy farmers
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Lobby for improved government support
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Improve transparency of the economics of the dairy value chain
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Collect and collate industry data to inform policy and identify area for efficiency improvements e.g. milk collection and transport
Improve industry practices
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Improve on-farm profitability: yield improvement, cost reduction, higher reproductive/fertility rates
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Lift milk quality and safety
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Support essential input/service industries, especially forage providers
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Develop an independent farmgate milk pricing formula
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Engage with educational institutions and government re developing relevant training courses and certificates
Promote on-farm investment by facilitating financing solutions.
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Reduce input costs through bulk purchase of key commodities, e.g. energy, on behalf of members
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Deliver services not currently offered (e.g. workshops, networking events and training) for the farm and manufacturing sectors in the regions.
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Deliver ICT industry service solutions
Increase consumer demand – ‘grow the pie’
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Drive consumption through dairy category promotion and school milk programs
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Improve product quality through cold-chain education campaigns